Polyester 30s/2 Folded Yarn from Germany

This is a multiple (folded) polyester yarn made from 85% or more polyester staple fibers, with a count of 30s twisted into two plies, not intended for retail sale. It falls under HTS 5509.22.00.90 as it meets the criteria for multiple yarn of high-polyester staple content used in industrial textile weaving. Primarily used for manufacturing upholstery and apparel fabrics.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify staple fiber content exceeds 85% polyester via lab testing for accurate classification; ensure no retail packaging to avoid Chapter 55 exclusions

Common pitfall: misclassifying as single yarn under 5509.21